Computer Basics Quiz

Which of the following is an example of computer hardware?

• Microsoft Word

• Google Chrome

• Monitor

• Adobe Photoshop

Which of the following is an example of computer software?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Operating System (like Windows)

• Printer

The "brain" of the computer, where most of the processing happens, is the:

• Monitor

• CPU (Central Processing Unit)

• Hard Drive

• RAM

RAM stands for:

• Read-Only Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Really Awesome Machine

• Remote Access Module

Which of these is a storage device?

• Microphone

• Speaker

• USB Flash Drive

• Webcam

Software is a set of:

• Physical components

• Instructions that tell the computer what to do

• Cables and wires

• Metal and plastic parts

Which of these is an example of an operating system?

• Microsoft Excel

• Windows 10

• Adobe Illustrator

• Google Meet

An application is a type of:

• Hardware

• Software

• Network

• Connection

Which of these is an input device?

• Printer

• Headphones

• Scanner

• Monitor

Which of these is an output device?

• Mouse

• Keyboard

• Speakers

• Touchscreen (when used for input)